Question

What is the role of saliva in the digestion of food

Answer 1

Explanation:

Saliva is secreted by salivary glands in the mouth . it contains the enzyme salivary amylase which breaks down starch into maltose .

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Answer 2

$\huge\bold\pink{~✾~}$ Salivary glands secrete saliva.

• Saliva contains an enzyme amylase (ptyalin) which helps in the breakdown of complex carbohydrates to simple ones.